No bus fare hike despite fuel price surge: Karnataka Minister
Bengaluru: Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy on Saturday ruled out any immediate increase in bus ticket fares despite the recent surge in petrol and diesel prices, attributing the rise in fuel costs to global factors. He said the state government would not burden commuters with higher fares at this stage and indicated that there was Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Assocham appoints Kishore Alva as Karnataka State Council chairman for FY27
Industry body ASSOCHAM has appointed Kishore Alva as chairman of its Karnataka State Council for 202627. A veteran with over three decades of experience across energy, infrastructure and trade, Alva has held roles at firms such as Cogentrix, CLP India and Unocal 76, and is currently executive director and president (Karnataka) at Adani Group.
God Will Punish Him: Karnataka Officer Dies by Suicide, Blames Senior
Mallikarjun, an assistant director in the Social Welfare Department, recorded a video before his death and sent it to his colleagues.
Shocking Suicide of Karnataka Official One Week Before Retirement Raises Concerns
Bengaluru, March 21: A shocking incident has emerged from Karnataka, where a government official took his own life in his office just one week before retirement. This tragic event has sent ripples through the administrative sector. The deceased has been identified as Mallikarjun, who served as an Assistant Director in the Social Welfare Department. He ... Read more Shocking Suicide of Karnataka Official One Week Before Retirement Raises Concerns
Death of trainee vet in hippo attack; Probe to find who asked her to enter enclosure
The family members, who visited Shivamogga, questioned why the officers at the zoo allowed the trainee officer to enter the hippopotamus enclosure on the night of March 19 in the absence of seniors
KEA to begin PGCET 2026 registration on this date: Check steps to apply, exam schedule here
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) will commence PGCET 2026 registrations on May 1 for postgraduate admissions in MBA, MCA, ME, MTech, and MArch courses. Both Karnataka and non-Karnataka candidates can apply, though non-Karnataka residents are eligible only for management quota seats. The exams are scheduled for May 23 and 24, with all papers being offline, multiple-choice, and 100 questions each.
Businessman loses 15.4 crore in digital arrest scam
The caller who identified himself as K. Siva Subramanyam, alleged that Mr. Saraf was found to have dealing with Naresh Goel of Jet Airways and was involved in money laundering
A Delhi court has given Congress Chief Mallikarjun Kharge more time to respond to a revision petition. This petition challenges the earlier rejection of a complaint alleging hate speech by Kharge during a Karnataka election rally. The trial court had previously dismissed the complaint, stating no offense was made out. The matter is now scheduled for further hearing next month.
Karnataka govt shelves free CET crash course for govt college students
Karnataka's free CET crash course for government college students is cancelled, forcing them to pay hefty fees for private coaching. The education department cited technical issues and plans a new year-long program from 2026-27. Meanwhile, YouTube sessions are set to resume next week, offering some relief to students facing financial barriers.
FC Imphal raring to go in Indian Women's League 2
AMFA Senior Women's League champions of the season 2024 25, FC Imphal are all set for the Indian Women's League 2 challenge beginning in Bengaluru on March 21 Ahead of the second tier domestic league tournament for women, the managing committee of the Imphal based club hosted a kit distribution cum blessing ceremony for the team today at Mayai Koibi The 30 member team, including five officials, are managed by Ayingbi Lukram The officials also include chief coach Pukhrambam Vivekananda assistant coaches Samjetshabam Hemarani and Tensubam Sunanda and Salam Roshan br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 03 Imphal 20260321 jpg border 1 alt FC Imphal raring to go in Indian Women's League 2 td tr tr td align center FC Imphal raring to go in Indian Women's League 2 td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br The team to be captained by Th Bhumika with the assistance of vice captain, L Santhoi were encouraged by the managing committee of the club during the function today following their 9 month training in Andro after they lifted the title of the AMFA Senior Women's League champions of the season 2024 25 last year Notably, the team also secured the U 19 Women's League conducted by the All Manipur Football Association earlier this year The team largely feature local players and two from outside the State one from Assam and one from Madhya Pradesh Speaking at the occasion, Ayingbi Lukram said that the team have undertaken a 9 month long training camp in Andro that was intensified in the beginning of the march and are all prepared to face any challenges She also expressed hope that the team will certainly produced dominating performances in all the departments and come out victorious in the preliminary round Group C to be held in Bengaluru where they will face New Alipore Suruchi Sangha West Bengal on March 25, MGM Ambush Club Chhattisgarh on March 27 and Kemp Football Club Karnataka Bengaluru on March 29 Ayingi also lauded the vital contributions provided by two local giants Eastern Sporting Union and Young Welfare Club in the formation and the preparation of the team As the team gear up to represent Manipur in the second tier club tournament, Ayingbi also urged all sports enthusiasts of the State to join in praying and wishing the players to perform well and help the team return with flying colours Notably, the winners and the runners up teams of the tournament will earn promotion to the Indian Women's League Source The Sangai Express
Vet dies of injuries after a pregnant hippo attacks her in Karnataka zoo
In a shocking turn of events at the Shivamogga zoo, the dedicated young veterinarian Dr. Sameeksha Reddy met a tragic fate when a pregnant hippopotamus unexpectedly charged at her during a routine temperature check. The incident resulted in devastating injuries that ultimately claimed her life.
15-day marriage ends in mystery as bride disappears in Chintamani taluk near Bengaluru
People of Alipur village in Karnataka have decided not to wear new clothes for Eid
Dont step on wires during rain: Bescom
LPG crunch forces poultry vendors in Bengaluru to drop naati koli from festive demand list
Fire destroys over 1k patient files at Nimhans
Agency fined for cutting care for 70-year-olds disabled son in Bengaluru
Only half of Bengaluru voters mapped; officials blame urban apathy
Medical student mows down farmer near Devanahalli in Bengaluru
Bengaluru legislators pitch Rs 5 crore per ward at pre-civic budget meeting
Fire destroys fodder worth Rs 2 crore at goshala in Bengaluru
UPS battery thief nabbed in Bengaluru; 51 batteries, autorickshaw seized
Stalker arrested for stabbing married woman, 34, to death in Bengaluru
JD(S) Legislator Questions Inclusion of Party Workers in Prashanth Revannas Charge Sheet
Bengaluru, March 21: Karnatakas JD(S) legislator Swaroop Prakash has expressed strong discontent over the inclusion of party workers names in the charge sheet related to the Prashanth Revanna obscene video case. He accused the authorities of attempting to derail the investigation. During a press conference in Hassan on Friday, he stated, We will discuss this ... Read more JD(S) Legislator Questions Inclusion of Party Workers in Prashanth Revannas Charge Sheet
Community initiative breathes fresh life into CRPF campus lake in Bengaluru
Congress urged to field Muslim candidate in Davangere South bypoll
Forum calls for statewide protest against internal quota roster on March 24
Teen assaulted for attending fair Karnataka
Reel stunt turns fatal: Teen dies in bike-car collision in Karnataka
3 externed from Belagavi for gambling, peddling
Dharwad DLSA reaches nearly 1 lakh people through grassroots legal drives
Guv forms single-man penel to probe into charges against UAS VC
Man attacks estranged wife with acid and machete
Kittur Sainik school hosts first-ever sports, cultural and art camp
Man hacked to death over rivalry in Dodwad
HDMC distributes safety kits to sanitary workers
10.7kg ganja seized, two arrested in Haveri
Flyover work at Idgah Maidan disturbs prayer ambience
Bengaluru-based firm Bluspring to buy German energy firms India arm for 180 crore
Discover Bengalurus green escapes on the International Day of Forests
Traffic diversion in Hubballi on account of Eid
Hindu youth feted for observing Ramzan fasting
Min Boseraju blames centre for LPG shortage, reviews TB dam works
Electric spark causes fire in shed, kills 14 cows in Haveri
Electric bus crashes into depot wall in Bengaluru
Below national average: Karnataka trails in PM Shri schools rollout
Man Arrested for Allegedly Poisoning Newborn Daughter in Karnataka
Belagavi, March 20: A man was arrested in Karnatakas Belagavi district on Friday for allegedly poisoning his 15-day-old daughter. Reports indicate that the motive behind this tragic act was the childs gender. The police confirmed the arrest. The suspect, identified as Bhimarya Chippade, was apprehended by Kakati police. This incident occurred on March 17 in ... Read more Man Arrested for Allegedly Poisoning Newborn Daughter in Karnataka
Karnataka man in police custody dies, family seeks inquiry
Karnataka by-elections: BJP fields ST leader in Davangere, Charanthimath in Bagalkot
Karnataka HC advises CM to steer clear of official transfers
The Karnataka High Court has advised Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to avoid direct involvement in government official transfers. The court suggested that such matters should be handled by the respective departments. The Chief Minister's Office should not entertain these requests directly. The Chief Secretary stated that communications from the CM's office are recommendations. Departments examine these based on rules and guidelines.
Civic group flags air, noise pollution by BMTC buses in Bengaluru; seeks urgent acton
Premium petrol price hike pinches Bengaluru motorists, crosses 112 per litre
Karnatakas internal quota quest faces poll code test
Export of black granite from Chamarajanagar has dipped about 10-15%, says Minister
Bypolls: BJP ahead in candidate selection, Congress weighs options
The bypolls have been necessitated owing to the deaths of incumbent MLAs H.Y. Meti in Bagalkot and Shamanur Shivashankarappa in Davangere; both served as Ministers during Siddaramaiahs previous tenure as Chief Minister
Crops damaged in hailstorms, says farmers
Anganwadi workers to begin indefinite protest in Bengaluru from March 23
The Karnataka State Anganwadi Workers Association, under the Centre of Indian Trade Unions, will launch an indefinite protest in Bengaluru from March 23, demanding fulfilment of long-pending demands related to wages, service conditions, and strengthening of anganwadi centres across the State
Senior citizens to protest in Hubballi on March 24
Seeking fulfilment of their long-pending demands including uniform pension rules across the country, separate budget for senior citizens and others, senior citizens from across the state will take out a protest march in Hubballi on March 24.
65 women honoured at Kacharakanahalli event on Womens Day
With 12,772 cases, Karnataka ranks fourth nationally in Rera complaints
Poll duty officials seize 15.5 lakh in cash
Randeep Singh Surjewala, AICC general secretary in-charge of Karnataka, rushed to Bengaluru on Friday (March 20) and held discussions to finalise candidates
Davangere bypoll: Eight candidates file nominations
Eight candidates filed nine sets of nomination papers for the bypoll to Davangere South Assembly Constituency on Friday
Davangere bypoll: Eight candidates file nominations
Eight candidates filed nine sets of nomination papers for the bypoll to Davangere South Assembly Constituency on Friday
Innocent JD(S) workers included in the charge-sheet, alleges MLA
Innocent JD(S) workers included in the charge-sheet, alleges MLA
BSY family will not allow BJP to win in Davangere, says Yatnal
BSY family will not allow BJP to win in Davangere, says Yatnal
RSS will celebrate centenary through Pancha Parivarthane, says leader
Patriotism will come out of awareness, says Ekka Chandrashekar
Special unreserved express trains between Mysuru and Nanjangud
Budget created discontent within Congress: BJP State unit president Vijayendra
He alleges that the Budget lacked substantive measures to spur the States development and did not provide significant relief to the farmers.
Technical screening of film on Mahipathi Dasa in Hubballi today
A Kannada film on 17th-century saint poet Mahipathi Dasa is ready and a technical screening of the film will be done in Hubballi on Saturday
Notable artists to take part in Mysurus first Meet the Artists event
Congress high command decides Cabinet reshuffle: Home Minister
G. Parameshwara says it is natural to have aspirations, and there is nothing wrong in seeking a ministerial post.
Khushi IVF centre now in Hubballi
The Hubballi centre is located at Dr. Hiregoudar Multispeciality Hospital at Rajendra Nagar in Hubballi
Khushi IVF centre now in Hubballi
The Hubballi centre is located at Dr. Hiregoudar Multispeciality Hospital at Rajendra Nagar in Hubballi
Sparrow conservation in focus at World Sparrow Day event in PFA Mysuru
Board games launched to spread awareness on sparrows among children
Actress Mannara Chopra recently visited Mysore for the Fashion Week. After her professional commitments, she indulged in a delicious South Indian meal. She savored a crispy masala dosa with coconut chutney and a rich Mysore pak. Chopra expressed her delight, calling local food the best. Her enjoyment was evident to her followers online.
What are the safety overhauls M. Chinnaswamy Stadium has seen? | Decode Karnataka
After months of uncertainty, cricket will make a comeback at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru on March 28.
AIDYO seeks ban on obscene song in Kannada film KD
The Dharwad district unit of All India Democratic Youth Organisation (AIDYO) has sought an immediate ban on a song from the film Kanada film KD, directed by Prem, taking exception to the alleged vulgarity and extremely poor taste.
Forest fires in Kudremukh, Forest Dept. orders probe
Kodagu district accounts for 38% of States human-wildlife conflict deaths: Minister
Strengthen anti-elephant conflict measures, Mr. Khandre tells officials; a one-month deadline has been given to repair elephant trenches in the coffee land
Bengaluru second airport: Tender floated for feasibility, strategy report, says Minister Patil
Karnataka is embarking on an ambitious venture to create a second international airport in the vicinity of Bengaluru. As part of this initiative, a tender for a meticulous feasibility and strategy report has been released. Officials have checked out three promising sites, while the study will focus on overcoming obstacles such as the area's hilly terrain.
IPL 2026: After Phenomenal SMAT, Anukul Roy Aims For A Regular Spot In KKR's Line-up
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Since 2018, the year Anukul Roy became a member of the Indian team that went on to win the Mens U19 World Cup in New Zealand, he has mainly been a bench player in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Roy, a handy batter who also bowls left-arm orthodox spin, has only 12 IPL appearances four of which came in the 2023 and 2024 seasons for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). But after a phenomenal domestic season for Jharkhand, Roy believes 2026 is finally the year the wait ends for him to have a regular spot in Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) line-up. I am feeling excited to play. This year has been good, and the domestic season went well. So, I am thinking that I can get a chance this year. We are preparing very well for that here in Kolkata, and have already done some preparation in Mumbai. So, it has been very good. I have been waiting to play (regularly) for many years - so, I have a huge excitement feeling about this, Roy tells IANS in an exclusive conversation from Kolkata. The case Roy has built is difficult to ignore for KKRs think-tank. In the 2025/26 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Roy scored 303 runs and took 18 wickets -- striking at 160.31 with the bat and an economy rate of 7.41 with the ball. Roy was adjudged as Player of the Tournament in Jharkhand, claiming their maiden SMAT title. Only Harshal Patel, who scored 374 runs and took 19 wickets in 2019-20, has previously scored 300-plus runs and taken 15-plus wickets in a single edition of the tournament. Roy also caught nine catches across eleven matches, making him only the fourth man in T20 history to achieve this unique treble in a single tournament. He scored 25-plus runs and took multiple wickets in the same match on seven occasions -- only two other men have managed to do that double in a T20 tournament. At KKR, Roy has long been viewed primarily as a spin-bowling option, but with Varun Chakaravarthy and Sunil Narine around, the chances to play havent come consistently. But with his batting returns for Jharkhand catching everyones notice, conversations with KKR head coach Abhishek Nayar during a pre-season camp in Mumbai were specifically focused on it. When I came to Mumbai, I spoke to Abhishek sir - I mean bhaiya. Like, what can you do as you can bat at any number? Then bowling came, especially in power-play and outside of it. So, that type of preparation started from there. When I went to Mumbai, I even managed to play in the DY Patil tournament like what to do in it, and what's more, I was there to learn. So all of the preparation started from there, and a lot of improvement is already visible. Now, we are ready for games, and we will get better after coming here. For Jharkhand in SMAT, Roy credited being pushed to number five as the key reason behind his strong batting returns. One of the standout knocks off his willow was an unbeaten 95 off 58 balls against Karnataka on November 28 -- when Jharkhand were gasping at 105/6 in the 13th over chasing 158, and Roy took them home with two wickets in hand. This time, my position was changed in batting. Earlier, I used to play at number seven, but I was made to play at number five. So, I got to play a lot, and one can change the match from there. That match was like that -- I had a lot of balls to play, but there weren't many wickets in hand. But I had a chance to hit in the gap from time to time. So, I had a lot of balls, and that meant I could give myself time. So, it was a challenge in that match, as I didn't have wickets in my hand. In batting, I was trying to implement what I used to do well in earlier matches. Earlier, I used to do well in two matches, but now, I do well in 7-8 matches. So, I was more focused on that like this year, I will have to do a lot for my team and myself -- only then I will get a chance, and someone will spot me. So, I was focused on all these things. The technical foundations, he insists, were always there, but what changed for Roy was the consistency in application with the bat. No, I kept it the same. My batting was like that from the beginning - I used to adjust myself in any position. Earlier, I used to bat higher, and for example, if the team lost 5-6 wickets at 50-60-75 runs, situations like that have happened to me many times. It would make me feel that I have to play now, build my innings slowly, and learn a lot about it in domestic cricket. So, I didn't change things much just that I did my batting according to the situation the team was in. While waiting for his time to play in KKR, sharing a nets session with Narine and Chakaravarthy is always a classroom in spin bowling for Roy, aiming to add layers to his bowling. Yes, I learn from them every time. Like, all three of us bowl in nets together. So, we talk a lot like what can we do? What is the situation at this time? Even from Sunil Narine like where to bowl, bowling the same deliveries, and how to send down the carrom ball and apply backspin on the balls. I keep asking these questions on the net, and we talk about everything on bowling. The years spent watching from the dugout and being under numerous KKR coaches have also accumulated into something useful for Roy. There has been a lot of growth. To sit and learn and work under GG sir, Abhishek bhaiya, and Chandu sir, who was there in between, as McCullum. By working under different coaches, I got to learn a lot, like sometimes around batting, bowling, discipline, sharpness of the mind, where and what you have to use in a game. So, I got to learn a lot, and it has helped me a lot in domestic as well. Moving straight from Ranji Trophy to SMAT left little time for adjustment, but Roy stated the fundamentals transfer was smooth. It was very good. We had very little time to prepare, as before that, we played Ranji Trophy matches. So, the basics were set, and we didn't have to make many changes or change positions and all. So, it was a little easier for us to go for the white ball games. Whenever we go for the white ball from the red ball, it feels good as you don't have to change that much -- you just have to hold the position while batting. In T20s, you have to bring some variation in bowling. In day matches, you have to bowl at the same place. In T20s, you have to mix both the lengths and lines. So, we just practised a little bit on it. Our support staff worked very hard, and Ishan (Kishan) was with me. He was also very good and led the team so well in all the league matches that we went very far in the competition. Everyone performed very well in the team. So, it felt very good that this was the first time we got to manage the SMAT Trophy for Jharkhand, he elaborated. A lot of players alongside Roy have gone on to play for the senior India team -- like Prithvi Shaw, Shubman Gill, Riyan Parag, Abhishek Sharma, and Arshdeep Singh. All are now established names in IPL and international cricket. At 27, Roy is crystal clear about what a strong IPL 2026 could mean. Yes, it seems that the performance is good, whether it was one-day, T20, or red-ball games. So, there is a chance that my name could come up somewhere. If IPL goes well, there is a 100 percent chance that my name will come up somewhere (for the national team). So, this IPL is the most important, and I am focusing on that. Being on the sidelines can be tough for any player, but Roy manages it by being happy whenever someone in the KKR camp makes the team win. Whoever does well in this team, I would feel very happy. I would want us to be happy in his happiness so that someone will also be happy in my happiness. So, there is always a hunger for that like if I get to play, someone will say something good. Or they will think there's a friend like me who is always waiting for a chance to play - when will he play? And will he do well? So, there is always a hunger for that, and I keep waiting for it. But yes, whenever I get a chance, I will do well for the team and make them win. The goal, for now, is straightforward for Roy get chances and help KKR qualify for the playoffs quickly after missing the bus last time. Whatever chances I will get, even if I don't get to play, I want to be with the team forever. If I get to play, I want to win as many matches as possible. Firstly, we want to qualify for the playoffs. After that, we will see what happens. So, we are looking at the playoff qualifications first. We will take one match at a time, and it will be much better for us. If we quickly win 7-8 games out of the 14 matches, the sooner we will qualify, and we are focused on that. The goal, for now, is straightforward for Roy get chances and help KKR qualify for the playoffs quickly after missing the bus last time. Whatever chances I will get, even if I don't get to play, I want to be with the team forever. If I get to play, I want to win as many matches as possible. Firstly, we want to qualify for the playoffs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Yes, this time, I think I might get chances. I have done well, and I am confident that whenever I get a chance -- I don't know when I will get it. But whenever I get a chance, I will do something good for the team this time. Article Source: IANS
CMs office should not directly entertain requests for posting and transfer: Karnataka High Court
The highest authority of the State has better and more important work to perform than interfering with the transfer
Spiritual Leader Commits Suicide in Karnatakas Raichur District
Mumbai, March 20: A 58-year-old spiritual leader tragically took his own life at his monastery in Raichur district, Karnataka, leaving the local community in shock. The deceased has been identified as Devendappa Swami, the head of the Jagadguru Shivananda Math located in Basapur (EJ) village of the Sindhanur taluk. According to police reports, Devendappa Swami ... Read more Spiritual Leader Commits Suicide in Karnatakas Raichur District
Kannada Development Authority Chairman releases book on Bhootaradhane
Author Poovappa Kaniyoor has revised and refined his research done 22 years ago and published it after it has matured.
Mangaluru-Moodbidri NH 169 portion near Yedapadavu opens for traffic after month-long closure
The National Highways Authority of India has completed construction of one of the two-carriageways of Yedapadavu bypass facilitating traffic movement
